Songs Wedding Ideas

Don’t stress over choosing your first dance song! With thousands of tunes to choose from, you’ll find a song that speaks to you and your almost-spouse – it’s just a matter of taking the time to look – and listen. Check out our top tips for selecting “your song.”

Think About Your History Take a look back – way back – to the most important moments in your relationship. The night you met, the first “I love you,” your proposal. Were there any songs that made those moments even more special? If there’s a song that you’ve been listening to or singing together for the duration of your relationship and feels appropriate for your wedding, go for it!

What’s Your Style? If there’s no song that immediately jumps out at you, think about your personality as a couple and the type of song you want. Something romantic and emotional or sweet and a little cheeky? Do you prefer country or rock or pop? Deciding on some general guidelines will help narrow down the thousands of choices out there.

Listen, Listen, Listen Pay more attention to the music you listen to, and be sure to visit our Songs Gallery to check out more first dance song options. Note any songs that you like, and listen to them with your fiancé(e). Ask him/her to do the same. Schedule some time each evening to listen to song options until you’ve found one you both agree on.

Consider the Lyrics While listening to potential first dance songs, pay close attention to the lyrics. Make sure there’s no inappropriate language or content that would make your Grandma Ethel blush. Some songs may sound super sappy and romantic at first listen, but the language may not be entirely wedding-appropriate.

Not Too Fast, Not Too Slow Practice dancing to the song – even if it’s just in your living room. A song should neither be too fast (hard to keep up!) nor too slow (too dull). Also consider the length of the song – a first dance song should be less than three minutes long. If your song runs too long, you can ask your band or DJ to cut it off at a certain point.

Talk to Your Band or DJ If you’re still having trouble finding a song that speaks to you, talk to your wedding band or DJ. They have lots of experience and will be able to suggest some tunes that will work with your style.

Come to an Agreement There are thousands and thousands of songs that will work well for a first dance – so don’t despair if you and your significant other don’t come to an agreement right away. This is a song that you’ll also remember and associate with your wedding, so it’s important that it’s a tune that you both can live with.

With each and every wedding season comes new songs that either make it or break it on the billboard charts or on the reception dance floor full of guests. Other than choosing the obvious tunes for the grand entrance, first dance, father-daughter dance, mother-son dance, and last dance, what else do you need? A cake cutting melody in-between! Check out our favorites from 2014 that are just as sweet (and upbeat) as all of your treats:

The music you choose for your wedding ceremony should be very special. Many couples choose songs that have a special meaning to them or music which sets the mood for the beautiful ceremony that is about to take place. Although there is no set rule when it comes to the music, the songs are generally played at specific times.

Photo by Julie Saad Photography

The prelude is played while guests are being seated and individuals are settling in for the ceremony. During religious weddings, the prelude may change during the lighting of the candles or other religious rituals.
The processional is played while the wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, etc.) are entering the room.
The bridal processional is played as the bride enters the room and walks down the aisle.
The recessional is played after the actual marriage and as the bride, groom and wedding party exit the room.
A Note about Choosing Ceremony Music for Religious Ceremonies

If your wedding will take place in a church or other sacred location, it’s important to check with the site’s authority to find out what music will be acceptable. Typically, the traditional wedding music, such as the Bridal Chorus from Wagner is perfectly acceptable for religious weddings. More modern music may be acceptable as well, so long as it’s in good taste.

Prelude

For the prelude, you should choose music that means something to you and your spouse. This may be a song that holds special meaning for the two of you, such as the first song you danced to or a song that you feel describes your relationship. This music should be played soft and usually lasts for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Processional

As your wedding party makes their way into the room, traditional marches are great. However, you can choose to play any type of song you want. If you will be having a themed wedding, consider music that complements your particular theme.

Bridal Processional
Again, this is your choice – however, many brides opt for the traditional bridal chorus which is also known as ‘Here comes the bride.’

Recessional
As you and your wedding party make your way from the church or room after the marriage is completed, you may want to play something celebratory in nature and upbeat. Consider songs that make you feel wonderful fit the mood – you will be married for mere minutes at this time. It’s the very beginning of your married life!

It can be difficult to determine which songs to choose for your ceremony. However, by thinking of songs that have special meaning or inspire feelings of love and happiness – you will have your ceremony song list in no time!

Don’t stress over choosing your first dance song! With thousands of tunes to choose from, you’ll find a song that speaks to you and your almost-spouse – it’s just a matter of taking the time to look – and listen. Check out our top tips for selecting “your song.”

Think About Your History Take a look back – way back – to the most important moments in your relationship. The night you met, the first “I love you,” your proposal. Were there any songs that made those moments even more special? If there’s a song that you’ve been listening to or singing together for the duration of your relationship and feels appropriate for your wedding, go for it!

What’s Your Style? If there’s no song that immediately jumps out at you, think about your personality as a couple and the type of song you want. Something romantic and emotional or sweet and a little cheeky? Do you prefer country or rock or pop? Deciding on some general guidelines will help narrow down the thousands of choices out there.

Listen, Listen, Listen Pay more attention to the music you listen to, and be sure to visit our Songs Gallery to check out more first dance song options. Note any songs that you like, and listen to them with your fiancé(e). Ask him/her to do the same. Schedule some time each evening to listen to song options until you’ve found one you both agree on.

Consider the Lyrics While listening to potential first dance songs, pay close attention to the lyrics. Make sure there’s no inappropriate language or content that would make your Grandma Ethel blush. Some songs may sound super sappy and romantic at first listen, but the language may not be entirely wedding-appropriate.

Not Too Fast, Not Too Slow Practice dancing to the song – even if it’s just in your living room. A song should neither be too fast (hard to keep up!) nor too slow (too dull). Also consider the length of the song – a first dance song should be less than three minutes long. If your song runs too long, you can ask your band or DJ to cut it off at a certain point.

Talk to Your Band or DJ If you’re still having trouble finding a song that speaks to you, talk to your wedding band or DJ. They have lots of experience and will be able to suggest some tunes that will work with your style.

Come to an Agreement There are thousands and thousands of songs that will work well for a first dance – so don’t despair if you and your significant other don’t come to an agreement right away. This is a song that you’ll also remember and associate with your wedding, so it’s important that it’s a tune that you both can live with.

With each and every wedding season comes new songs that either make it or break it on the billboard charts or on the reception dance floor full of guests. Other than choosing the obvious tunes for the grand entrance, first dance, father-daughter dance, mother-son dance, and last dance, what else do you need? A cake cutting melody in-between! Check out our favorites from 2014 that are just as sweet (and upbeat) as all of your treats:

The music you choose for your wedding ceremony should be very special. Many couples choose songs that have a special meaning to them or music which sets the mood for the beautiful ceremony that is about to take place. Although there is no set rule when it comes to the music, the songs are generally played at specific times.

Photo by Julie Saad Photography

The prelude is played while guests are being seated and individuals are settling in for the ceremony. During religious weddings, the prelude may change during the lighting of the candles or other religious rituals.
The processional is played while the wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, etc.) are entering the room.
The bridal processional is played as the bride enters the room and walks down the aisle.
The recessional is played after the actual marriage and as the bride, groom and wedding party exit the room.
A Note about Choosing Ceremony Music for Religious Ceremonies

If your wedding will take place in a church or other sacred location, it’s important to check with the site’s authority to find out what music will be acceptable. Typically, the traditional wedding music, such as the Bridal Chorus from Wagner is perfectly acceptable for religious weddings. More modern music may be acceptable as well, so long as it’s in good taste.

Prelude

For the prelude, you should choose music that means something to you and your spouse. This may be a song that holds special meaning for the two of you, such as the first song you danced to or a song that you feel describes your relationship. This music should be played soft and usually lasts for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Processional

As your wedding party makes their way into the room, traditional marches are great. However, you can choose to play any type of song you want. If you will be having a themed wedding, consider music that complements your particular theme.

Bridal Processional
Again, this is your choice – however, many brides opt for the traditional bridal chorus which is also known as ‘Here comes the bride.’

Recessional
As you and your wedding party make your way from the church or room after the marriage is completed, you may want to play something celebratory in nature and upbeat. Consider songs that make you feel wonderful fit the mood – you will be married for mere minutes at this time. It’s the very beginning of your married life!

It can be difficult to determine which songs to choose for your ceremony. However, by thinking of songs that have special meaning or inspire feelings of love and happiness – you will have your ceremony song list in no time!

Whether you’ll be striking up the band or plugging in your iPod, wedding music is an essential part of both the wedding ceremony and reception.
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Project Wedding can help you find the best wedding songs, including wedding reception songs and wedding ceremony songs, for your big day.

If you are doing your wedding planning anything like us, you’ll want to have every second of your ceremony and reception planned down to the smallest of details. But have you thought about prelude music to your wedding ceremony, music for your unity candle ceremony, or music for the recessional? How about a song for while you cut the cake or toss your bouquet?

As you may have figured out, there are more wedding songs than just what you and your guests are dancing to. The wedding songs you choose will set the mood for the whole day, from your pre-ceremony music to cocktail hour to the very last dance. But not to worry, Project Wedding is here to help! We have a wide variety of song ideas for your wedding, including last dance songs, bouquet toss songs, garter toss songs, dinner music, and much more. Our lists include popular hits and everlasting classics, as well as some songs you may have never heard of, but are just perfect for a single moment within the wedding.

Long after your wedding, the wedding songs you choose will be forever in your mind as the soundtrack of one of the happiest days of your life. The average wedding DJ will play anywhere from 100 to 150 songs per wedding, so don’t put off choosing your wedding songs and music till the last minute. Put this on your wedding checklist now: search our many articles on wedding ceremony music and wedding reception music and make the playlist to end all playlists for your wedding day!